Sinner: "Alcaraz is entertaining and fantastic to watch, and that's what people like"

Andrés Tomás Rico | 29 Aug 2025 | 00.50

Sinner: "Alcaraz is entertaining and fantastic to watch, and that's what people like." Photo: Getty Images

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Jannik Sinner continues with his relentless hammering, crushing every opponent who steps onto Arthur Ashe. The Italian faced a demanding second round at the US Open against Alexei Popyrin, but he came through with ease (6-3, 6-2, 6-2). The fever that knocked him out in Cincinnati is now a thing of the past, as the number one player returns to his most devastating tennis, the kind he displays at the Grand Slams and that only Carlos Alcaraz has managed to neutralize.

Speaking about his main rival in the tennis circuit, the Italian praised the game and personality of the Spanish player, despite their differences. He also commented on his upcoming opponent, Denis Shapovalov, and the distinct conditions between the Arthur Ashe and Louis Armstrong stadiums, as well as the pressure of being the title defender.

Satisfied with his victory against Alexei Popyrin

"It has been a very, very solid performance. I don't think either of us served well today, so we had many rallies from the baseline, where I felt quite comfortable, and of course, I am very happy to advance to the next round."

Not underestimating Denis Shapovalov

"It was a very tough, very difficult match. It was a few years ago, and he has improved, as have I. We are in a different position than we were two or three years ago, but it will be very tough. He is a player with great talent and enormous potential. So, we will see what happens, but I expect a very tough match and will have to be very careful."

"He is unpredictable. He has a great serve. He is physically strong. He is very fast and has no weaknesses in his game. He knows how to do everything, which will make it very difficult. But I am looking forward to playing against him. It has been a long time since we faced off, so we will see. It will be a new challenge, so I am excited. I hope it will be a good match, that's what we all hope for."

Conditions change daily

"I think it's always very difficult to compare this tournament with last year's because you don't exactly remember how you felt while playing. But yes, I played two matches two days apart, and the conditions were totally different because we started the first one under the sun. The conditions were a bit faster."

"Today felt more like an evening match because it was very cloudy and a bit cold, a bit cooler. But that's what makes this sport so interesting. The good thing about playing on the center court is that there isn't as much wind. Outside, there is a lot of wind, and it changes a lot. Inside, it usually blows in one direction. There is a big difference between the center court and Armstrong because Armstrong has an open part in the center, so the wind comes in and changes."

Delighted to have Carlos Alcaraz in the tennis world

"He is a very complete player, no doubt. We have seen him win Roland Garros, Wimbledon, and here. That shows he can play on any surface. I watched his last match, and he is playing very, very well, hardly making any mistakes so far. So, he has confidence. That makes it very difficult to play against him because tactically you prepare for the matches in different ways, depending on where you play."

"He is the top favorite in all the tournaments he enters because he has many solutions and playing styles to offer and to solve problems. But yes, there are so many things that make it so difficult to play against him, but it's great for the sport. It's good to have someone like Carlos, entertaining and fantastic to watch, that's what people enjoy. It's great to have him."

Already familiar with defending the champion title at the Australian Open

"As I always say, I am not defending the title; I am always chasing a new one because in every tournament, you start with zero in the first round, and if you don't play well, you are out of the tournament. I am going for the trophies or for good results, and that's what I try to do. Obviously, I know how much is at stake here in this tournament and also at the end of the year, but, on the other hand, I try to play the best I can. Then we will see the result. I can't control the rest. Australia helped me understand it a bit, yes, but on the other hand, the situation is different, the conditions are different, and the mental aspect is also different because you grow from the beginning of the year and now you are almost at the end of the year. Yes, everything is a bit different, but I look forward to it because they are great challenges," concludes Jannik Sinner who is still in full destructive mode.

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